Deseret News Half Marathon

Salt Lake City, United States of America 24 Jul, 2025

One of Utah’s oldest and most historic races, the Deseret News Half Marathon follows a point-to-point downhill course through Salt Lake City, making it a great option for runners seeking fast times. The race is held on Pioneer Day, adding an extra festive atmosphere, with large crowds cheering along the way.

Despite the elevation drop, the dry summer heat can pose a challenge, making hydration key. The event is steeped in history and tradition, making it an excellent race for those looking to experience Utah’s running culture.

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Generic Half Marathon Time This represents the time you would expect to run a "generic" half marathon in. This is a half marathon with around 100 m (300 ft) of elevation gain and a temperature around 10°C (50°F). For best results, use our Race Predictor.

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Deseret News Half Marathon Time

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Statistics

Elevation
Elevation Gain	25 m	82 ft
Elevation Low	1303 m	4275 ft
Elevation High	1798 m	5899 ft
Weather
Expected Temperature (Low)	21°C	70°F
Expected Temperature (High)	35°C	95°F
Chance of Rain	1%

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One of Utah’s oldest and most historic races, the Deseret News Half Marathon follows a point-to-point downhill course through Salt Lake City, making it a great option for runners seeking fast times. The race is held on Pioneer Day, adding an extra festive atmosphere, with large crowds cheering along the way.

Despite the elevation drop, the dry summer heat can pose a challenge, making hydration key. The event is steeped in history and tradition, making it an excellent race for those looking to experience Utah’s running culture.